Emesis (Noun)

Meaning

The reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

• The violent emesis that followed the food poisoning left me weak and dehydrated.
• Despite taking anti-nausea medication before the boat trip, she still experienced a severe emesis during the rough ride.
• The patient's emesis was induced by the doctor to clear out his stomach after the suspected overdose.
• Persistent emesis can lead to dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, and other complications if not treated properly.
• The sight of her projectile emesis scared her children, who were worried about her health after the intense vomiting episode.

Synonyms

• Vomit
• Puking
• Vomiting
• Regurgitation
• Disgorgement

Hypernyms

• Instinctive Reflex
• Physiological Reaction
• Reflex
• Innate Reflex
• Inborn Reflex
• Unconditioned Reflex
• Expulsion
• Forcing Out
• Reflex Response
• Projection

Hyponyms

• Rumination
• Haematemesis
• Hyperemesis
• Hematemesis